BLACK-EYED SUSANS

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Because these goodies are somewhat labor intensive, I only make them on special occasions. However, this guest-requested snack is a Christmas Party favorite!

Provided by D. Todd Miller

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h12m

Yield 100 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs pitted dates
1 lb pecan halves
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, room temperature and grated
1 cup margarine, softened
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, but I recommend it) (optional)
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Stuff dates with pecan halves. Set aside.
  • Cream the cheese and the margarine together well. Add flour, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. (Note: this dough should be very stiff.).
  • Put mixture into cookie press with the box plate attached. Squeeze out in long strips.
  • Cut long strips into 2 -3 inch pieces. Wrap these pieces around pecan-stuffed dates.
  • Roll in sugar and place on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 300 degrees F until light brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.4, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 4.8, Sodium 72.9, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 7, Protein 2

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